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Reddit by ilovetodrinkcyanide Jun 18th

How do actors do romantic scenes w/out falling for each other?

Like me and my gf literally had a few short scenes togheter as a couple and look at us now. We didnt even have kissing scenes or anything like that, just a lot of sweet talk, hand holding and hugging. Meanwhile there's ppl having deep intimate make out...

Reddit by azthemansays Jun 18th

Two Actors Dead, Six Injured In Auto Accident Involving Crew From Netflix Series ‘The Chosen One’

Reddit by Shakesqueer7 Jun 18th

Youth Company or Children's Roles?

I'm 14 and want to be a Shakespearean actor when I grow up. Right now I'm in a youth company where we do 3 Shakespeare plays a year. I'm debating whether or not I should start doing community theater/professional productions instead - it would be good...

Reddit by SafePizza1719 Jun 18th

Can i continue acting if i dont want to do kissing scenes?

I've had this issue of thinking most productions wont want me because there are many actors who can do kissing scenes and might think im complicated. Is me becoming an actor with a hard no on kissing going to ruin the opportunities for me? With many shows and...

Reddit by Majestic_Apricot8653 Jun 18th

mixed race representation?

i was looking through some casing calls and searched through a bunch on backstage but i couldn’t find one that was asking for white & black mixed actors, they were all either white or black so if there is a casting call for someone that is specifically white...

Reddit by Abstract_Corduroy74 Jun 18th

Relaxation methods and tips

I read and hear how important relaxation is for actors and their work. I've tried doing Strasberg's relaxation technique (sitting in a chair, trying to focus on breathing, trying to release tension, etc.), but I'm not sure if I'm doing it right. I've only...

Reddit by YellowDangerousoo Jun 18th

How long do you usually take classes to become good at acting?

Hello! I'm 15 and very interested in acting but I have no experience whatsoever. From what I've read, taking classes are the first step to becoming an actress/actor. How long do you usually take classes to become good at acting? I heard you should take...

Reddit by Individual_Ad4531 Jun 18th

Chronic illness in the acting industry

Is there literally any way that I could be an actor with chronic illnesses? I want a career in acting because I love it but I’m limited in a lot of areas right now because of my diagnosis. I’m going to improve as I get older but like right now its hard to do...

Reddit by MightyOdin01 Jun 18th

20 years old, interested in acting!

I'm 20 turning 21 in September and I'm a pretty newbie actor. I took a drama class in highschool and I was in a tiny play once when I was still in elementary. I don't think I'd be horrible at it and I'd like to get started. My question is am I too late? And...

Reddit by Otherwise_Jicama_962 Jun 18th

How do you feel about this?: Actors on Netflix show die in crash

Reddit by VincentHolmesVA Jun 18th

On-Camera-Acting as a minor

Hi everyone! This may be kind of a silly question, my apologies Does anyone here have a link regarding acting as a minor? More in the sense of legality and permits and such. Can minors use sites such as actors access? Do you need some form of worker permit?...

Reddit by ZealousZane7 Jun 17th

Sephiroth voice actor comparison. old vs new

Reddit by DipitousWhelmed9463 Jun 17th

Questions about technique and timbre (specifically grit and distortion)

As long as I can remember I’ve been fascinated by voices, pitch, tone, timbre, color etc…(I am also a musician) It amazes me how dramatically some VAs can manipulate their voice, especially those who work on animated programs. For example take someone like...

Reddit by Intrepid-Display-858 Jun 17th

Is it ok to email a casting director about a listing of theirs on Actor's Access?

Heres the situation, if I submitted to a role on Actor's Access, would it be a big no-no to ALSO look up the CD and email them directly? Normally I would say no, but I've seen some CD's have open casting calls on their own webiste. Wondering if they would...

Reddit by throwawayfitness1997 Jun 17th

Working as an extra? (UK)

I know that being an extra doesn't further one's chance of being an actor, but it's often said here that having another job is essential.. so what if being an extra was that job? The pay seems pretty good at around £90 to £100 daily. I imagine it would...

Reddit by yeah_it_was_personal Jun 17th

Wanna hear how my first gig in the industry went?

Got the job through Backstage, a project in Spanish, and immediately the casting director asks to move the conversation off the platform and over to email; first red flag. Company website and CEO's LinkedIn (LI) profile are kind of barebones, another red...

Reddit by notshakespear Jun 17th

Union or not

I am a union eligble actor. Will joining the union help my chances with casting directors and productions and bookings.

Reddit by penguin_reddit Jun 17th

Is it more important to be represented by a top agency or a top management company ?

I would assume most actors prioritize signing with a good agent more so than with a manager. In fact, isn't the impetus for most actors signing with managers so that they can get referrals/meetings with agents? Correct me if I'm wrong. Or is it case by case?...

Reddit by just_ice523 Jun 17th

Affordable and Refutable Headshots In LA?

Does anyone who’s an LA-based actor have ant recommendations for affordable but good headshots? I’m not trying to break the bank if I can help it since I already have some expensive headshots. I’m just wanting to expand what I have since it’s been a couple of...

Reddit by jackfrench9 Jun 17th

I'm looking for a female voice actor to record some character audio for a video game (PAID)

Hello everyone! I'm a video game developer and I'm looking for a female voice actor to work with me on my personal project called 'Galaxy Grudge.' I posted one of these a few weeks ago when I was looking for a male voice actor, and the result was outstanding...